United Kingdom

INTRODUCTION

The United Kingdom contains many famous destinations and can offer travelers multitudes of options for a vacation. Be it vivid, green landscapes, high-fashion shopping, or the delicious "fish and chips" restaurants throughout the world try to imitate, the UK is a guaranteed spot for an enjoyable vacation.

It is home to such tourists hotspots as London, Scotland, Wales, Stonehenge, Salisbury, and Bath. London is the capital city of England and the United Kingdom.

Countries of the UK

HISTORY

England and Scotland have existed as their own independent countries since the 9th century. In 1284 the Principality of Wales fell under English control. In 1707 England and Scotland formed a political union under the Kingdom of Great Britain. Ireland temporarily joined this union in 1801 until the fight for independence broke out in 1922. Since then, only Northern Ireland has been a part of the United Kingdom.

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

Capital: London

Climate: England's summers are beautiful. They are usually warm and glorious days. However winter is a different story with wet, cold days and plenty of snow.

Currency: Pound

Languages: English

Power: 230 V, 50 Hz

Time Zone: DST +0100 UTC

ATTRACTIONS

Historic House/Palace

Gainsborough's House

Somerset House

Salt Museum

The Museum of Witchcraft

Bangor Harbour Boats

Ulley Country Park